Lead Sous Chef — Creative Cuisine & Seasonal Menus

Wilson Vale; Oxford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Career development

Craft Works training

Paid training

Employee assistance

Online benefits

Birthday off

Enhanced maternity pay

Job summary

Wilson Vale is recruiting a Sous Chef to join our team at an Oxford venue. This permanent role is based on a 40-hour week with TOIL to balance workload; shifts run from 6am to midnight and require flexibility for events.

You will lead a brigade, oversee daily kitchen operations, train staff, and ensure menus meet Wilson Vale standards. You will work closely with the Senior Sous Chef, Head Chef and Executive Head Chef to deliver high‑quality service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Oversee daily operation of the kitchen.
• Lead and manage a brigade of chefs.
• Train and develop kitchen staff.
• Maintain high food standards per Wilson Vale brand.
• Create fresh, seasonal dishes.
• Engage with guests while service is ongoing.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for daily kitchen operations and cooking of all dishes.
• Lead and manage brigade of chefs with strong leadership.
• Train and develop team in a supportive, professional manner.
• Ensure food standards align with Wilson Vale branding.
• Deliver fresh, seasonal and innovative dishes.

Skills

Kitchen operation

Team leadership

Staff development

Brand standards

Seasonal menus

Guest interaction

Tools

None

Job description

Wilson Vale is recruiting a Sous Chef to join our team at an Oxford venue. This permanent role is based on a 40-hour week with TOIL to balance workload; shifts run from 6am to midnight and require flexibility for events.

You will lead a brigade, oversee daily kitchen operations, train staff, and ensure menus meet Wilson Vale standards. You will work closely with the Senior Sous Chef, Head Chef and Executive Head Chef to deliver high‑quality service in a fast-paced environment.